Awaroa Beach has become part of the Abel Tasman National Park after 40,000 Kiwis raised the money to buy it. Wagner said Abel Tasman National Park was New Zealand's smallest national park which attracted the greatest number of visitors. A ceremony took place at the beach today to celebrate the property becoming part of the Abel Tasman National Park. "Going to the Able Tasman for the Awaroa beach gifting ceremony as I gave a little," another said. "The purchase of the beach property is an outstanding addition to the park that all visitors will now be able to enjoy."

Source: New Zealand Herald July 10, 2016 03:45 UTC